Animax 30 Ml Ointment

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General Drug Information and Indications

Topical otic/dermatologic combination (nystatin/neomycin/thiostrepton/triamcinolone) for otitis externa and superficial skin infections in dogs and cats. Combination otic/topical product containing: nystatin (polyene antifungal — disrupts fungal cell membrane), neomycin (aminoglycoside antibacterial), thiostrepton (thiocycline antibacterial — inhibits protein synthesis), and triamcinolone acetonide (fluorinated corticosteroid — anti-inflammatory). Provides combined antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory activity. Key information Shake well before use. For external/otic use only. Contains nystatin, neomycin, thiostrepton, triamcinolone. Prolonged use may cause adrenal suppression (steroid component). Avoid in perforated eardrum. Neomycin component — allergy possible.

How to Give this Medication

Clean ear canal before instillation. Gently massage base of ear after application to distribute medication. or topical skin application. Apply thin layer to affected skin 1–4 times daily. Verify tympanic membrane integrity before otic use. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next application, skip it and resume the normal schedule. Do not apply extra product to compensate.

Side Effects

Otic: local irritation, otitis (rare). Neomycin: ototoxicity if tympanic membrane is perforated — assess ear drum before use. Triamcinolone: adrenal suppression with prolonged use over large areas (especially in small animals). Nystatin: minimal systemic absorption.

Precautions

For animals Neomycin component: do not use if tympanic membrane is ruptured (ototoxicity). Verify tympanic membrane integrity before otic application. Triamcinolone: adrenal suppression with prolonged use — especially in small dogs and cats. Avoid prolonged or large-area application. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Contains neomycin (potential allergen) and triamcinolone (corticosteroid — avoid prolonged skin contact). Wear gloves when applying.

Overdose

If excessive product was applied, wash the area thoroughly with mild soap and water. Contact your veterinarian if the animal shows any signs of irritation, lethargy, tremors, or other unusual behavior. Multi-drug otic/topical — corticosteroid systemic absorption possible with excessive use. Contact your veterinarian.

Animax 30 Ml Ointment dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
ANIMAX 30 ML OINTMENT—Ointment1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)